Jane Kandetu

• What is your role at Desert FM and what do you enjoy most about it? My role is to inform, engage and challenge our audience by bringing clarity and context to the most pressing stories shaping our nation. The show is about diving deeper into the why and how behind current events, policies and societal shifts. My job is to create a space where listeners can not only catch up on what’s happening but also understand the implications of those developments on their daily lives. One of the most fulfilling parts of my role is the privilege of being a bridge between decision-makers and everyday Namibians.
• How would you describe your on-air style to someone who’s never heard of you before? I’d say it’s grounded, inquisitive and people-centred. I approach every conversation with curiosity and respect because I believe there’s always more to uncover beneath the surface of any story. My tone is calm and steady, even when discussing difficult or controversial topics. My goal is to make the news feel relevant, relatable and rooted in our shared reality.
• What’s the most memorable moment you’ve had while on air? It was the response that came after a particularly impactful interview with a community leader speaking about public policy. After the show aired, I received a message from a senior government official who commended the tone of the conversation, specifically how I held space for difficult truths while remaining respectful, balanced and constructive. That kind of acknowledgement from someone in a position of influence meant a lot. It showed that the show doesn’t just inform, it engages.
• Outside of radio, what are some things you’re passion- ate about? Spending time with my family and serving the communities that continue to shape and mould the individual I am growing into. I enjoy Saturday afternoons playing padel, swimming, cooking and chasing sunsets.
• Coffee or tea? Tea
• Early bird or night owl? The earliest of all the birds.
•  The book or the movie? The book. I’m currently reading ‘I Will Shine Again’ by Namibia’s very own author, Simon Mundandala.